An unexpected incident took place on Saturday afternoon at Epcot’s France Pavilion within Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, Florida. A fire broke out due to a walk-in cooler near the celebrated Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure ride. Luckily, quick action from the emergency response team resulted in the fire being extinguished swiftly, with no reported injuries.
Disney confirmed the cause and containment of the fire, but not without some disruption to park operations. Attractions in the vicinity, including the iconic Impressions de France, were temporarily shut down as safety precautions. Meanwhile, visitor wait times varied greatly, with Meet Beloved Disney Pals and Mickey & Friends showing a manageable 25-minute queue, Frozen Ever After standing at 45 minutes, but the high-adrenaline Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind spiraled to a daunting 85-minute wait.
Reports from parkgoers and shared content on social media painted a vivid picture of the event, featuring videos of dense white smoke billowing from the pavilion. These clips captured not only the fire but also the subsequent evacuation and emergency responses, providing a real-time account of the incident’s unfolding.
Despite the temporary closures, the situation was handled effectively, ensuring guest safety remained the top priority. While the France Pavilion undergoes necessary checks and restorations, other areas of the park continue to offer their magical experiences without significant disruption.
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Source: Shamik Banerjee
